Bail Bond Agents

Requirements

Governed by Chapter 697, all bail agents are required to register with the county clerk and the sheriff of the district court in which he/she resides or conducts business.

Power of AttorneyAny bail agent shall file a certified copy of his appointment by power of attorney from each insurer which he represents as agent. The bail agent shall register and file a certified copy of renewed power of attorney annually on July 1st. The clerk of the district court and the sheriff shall not permit the registration of a bail agent unless the agent is licensed by the state commissioner.

Fees

In White Pine County, the filing fee of a bail bond power of attorney is $15.